Kalenderhane Mosque, Istanbul

Name: Kalenderhane Mosque
Address: Kalenderhane Mah. 16 Mart Şehitleri Cd. Vezneciler, Istanbul, Turkey

#98 among attractions in Istanbul

Mosque, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture

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Kalenderhane Mosque is a former Eastern Orthodox church in Istanbul, converted into a mosque by the Ottomans. With high probability the church was originally dedicated to the Theotokos Kyriotissa. The building is sometimes referred to as Kalender Haneh Jamissi and St. Mary Diaconissa. This building represents one among the few extant examples of a Byzantine church with domed Greek cross plan. ()

Local name: Kalenderhane Camii Completed: XII centuryArchitectural style: Byzantine architectureCoordinates: 41°0'47"N, 28°57'37"E

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Kalenderhane Mah. 16 Mart Şehitleri Cd. VeznecilerFatih (Kalenderhane)Istanbul Turkey

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Day trips

Kalenderhane Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kalenderhane Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Vezneciler Hamamı (4 min walk), Istanbul Zoology Museum, Istanbul (5 min walk), Istanbul University (5 min walk), Şehzade Mosque, Istanbul (5 min walk).

How to get to Kalenderhane Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kalenderhane Mosque:

Bus

Vezneciler • Lines: 77A (4 min walk)
Şehzadebaşı • Lines: 77A (4 min walk)

Tram

Laleli-Üniversite (7 min walk)
Aksaray • Lines: T1 (11 min walk)

Metro

Aksaray • Lines: M1A, M1B (17 min walk)
Yenikapı • Lines: M1A, M1B, M2 (19 min walk)

Ferry

Eminönü (17 min walk)
Eminonu Iskelesi (21 min walk)

Train

Kumkapi (18 min walk)
Yenikapı (19 min walk)